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Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Muzzleloader
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
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Illinois
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White-Tailed Deer
4200
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
4200
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Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Archery Early Season
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3500
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3500
Illinois Food Plot Archery Hunt, 5-Day, All Inclusive: October
We specialize in providing our hunters with a premium whitetail hunting experience. Every tree stand and blind is placed with the utmost focus on getting you that opportunity to harvest your trophy Whitetail. Deer hunting is a passion like none other and it is our duty as outfitter to get you in the middle of the action.
Hunts are fully guided.
140" minimum.
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3050
Xtreme Hunts
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3050
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Summary & Terrain
Illinois’s famed “Golden Triangle” region—spanning Pike, Adams and Hancock counties—offers some of the Midwest’s most consistently productive free-range whitetail country. Well-managed farms combine oak-hickory ridges, river bottom timber and food plots to create ideal cover and feeding areas. Outfitters operating under Quality Deer Management principles maintain extremely low hunter densities, annual herd surveys and selective doe culling to ensure healthy age structure and a robust buck-to-doe ratio. Mature deer can roam freely across large tracts of unfenced private land, giving hunters genuine fair-chase experiences in classic Midwestern terrain.
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Difficulty & Strategy
These hunts are tailored for trophy-minded hunters who appreciate detailed preparation and strategic stand placement. Guides use extensive trail-camera networks to pinpoint mature bucks and then install a variety of elevated and ground setups—hang-on stands with climbing sticks, ladder stands, shooting houses and ground blinds—always accounting for wind, thermals and approach routes. Success relies on quiet entries and exits, patience in the stand and a keen understanding of deer movements around feeding areas and travel corridors. The moderate physical demands make these hunts accessible to both newcomers and experienced stalkers seeking high-percentage opportunities.
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Amenities
White-tailed deer hunts in Illinois are centered around well-appointed lodges situated on or near prime deer habitat. Accommodations feature individual or shared bedrooms, each furnished with a comfortable bed and offering access to full bathrooms, shared gathering areas, and dining facilities. All lodges are equipped with modern climate-control systems to ensure a comfortable environment year-round, with centralized heating in cooler months and air conditioning as needed. These setups provide a warm, convenient basecamp for morning and evening hunts, allowing hunters to rest and recharge before heading back into the field.
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Season & Additional Info
The Illinois firearms season typically runs from late October through December (with some extensions for muzzleloader or late-season tags), though exact dates vary by year and county. Fully guided packages generally include all land access, stand installation, harvesting protocols, field dressing and care of meat and antlers. Outfitters uphold a minimum buck-antler score (commonly 140 inches) to protect younger deer and promote trophy genetics. Hunters leave with professionally prepared trophies and meat, taking advantage of streamlined trophy shipping and local processing options—making these hunts ideal for anyone pursuing a world-class whitetail in a managed, high-success environment.
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Pricing
White-tailed deer hunts in Illinois typically average around $4,150 per hunter. Most packages are multi-day outings that include lodging at well-appointed lodges near prime deer habitat, daily guiding, and meals. Entry-level offerings often involve shared rooms and shorter, 2- to 3-day hunts, keeping costs closer to the lower end of the spectrum. Mid-tier hunts usually feature private bedrooms, extended stays, and a higher guide-to-hunter ratio. Premium packages extend to 4–5 days, upscale lodge amenities, and more personalized service. Seasonal demand, hunt duration, and accommodations drive the final price, and additional fees—such as state licenses, meat processing or taxidermy, and guide gratuities—are typically charged separately.
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Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Muzzleloader
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
4200
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
4200
Illinois Food Plot Archery Hunt, 5-Day, All Inclusive: October
We specialize in providing our hunters with a premium whitetail hunting experience. Every tree stand and blind is placed with the utmost focus on getting you that opportunity to harvest your trophy Whitetail. Deer hunting is a passion like none other and it is our duty as outfitter to get you in the middle of the action.
Hunts are fully guided.
140" minimum.
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3050
Xtreme Hunts
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3050
Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Archery Early Season
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3500
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3500
Illinois, Late Muzzleloader Season, 3-Day
We specialize in providing our hunters with a premium whitetail hunting experience. Every tree stand and blind is placed with the utmost focus on getting you that opportunity to harvest your trophy Whitetail. Deer hunting is a passion like none other and it is our duty as outfitter to get you in the middle of the action.
Hunts are fully guided.
140" minimum.
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3450
Xtreme Hunts
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3450
Illinois, 2-Buck Hunt, Archery + Rifle, November, 7 & 1/2 Days
We specialize in providing our hunters with a premium whitetail hunting experience. Every tree stand and blind is placed with the utmost focus on getting you that opportunity to harvest your trophy Whitetail. Deer hunting is a passion like none other and it is our duty as outfitter to get you in the middle of the action.
Hunts are fully guided.
140" minimum.
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
6500
Xtreme Hunts
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
6500
Illinois Pre-Rut & Rut Archery Hunt, 5-Day, All Inclusive: Late October - Nov
We specialize in providing our hunters with a premium whitetail hunting experience. Every tree stand and blind is placed with the utmost focus on getting you that opportunity to harvest your trophy Whitetail. Deer hunting is a passion like none other and it is our duty as outfitter to get you in the middle of the action.
Hunts are fully guided.
140" minimum.
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3750
Xtreme Hunts
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3750
Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Archery Pre-Rut/Rut
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
4500
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
4500
Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Archery Late Season
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3500
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3500
Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Rifle
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
4500
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
4500
Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Archery Pre-Rut
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
4000
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
4000
Illinois, Firearm Season, 3-Day, All-Inclusive, Nov-Dec
We specialize in providing our hunters with a premium whitetail hunting experience. Every tree stand and blind is placed with the utmost focus on getting you that opportunity to harvest your trophy Whitetail. Deer hunting is a passion like none other and it is our duty as outfitter to get you in the middle of the action.
Hunts are fully guided.
140" minimum.
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
3750
Xtreme Hunts
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
3750
Illinois Couples Bow Hunt, 5-Day, All Inclusive: Early October
We specialize in providing our hunters with a premium whitetail hunting experience. Every tree stand and blind is placed with the utmost focus on getting you that opportunity to harvest your trophy Whitetail. Deer hunting is a passion like none other and it is our duty as outfitter to get you in the middle of the action.
Hunts are fully guided.
140" minimum.
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
4700
Xtreme Hunts
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
4700
Western Illinois Free Range Whitetail Hunt - Archery Rut
The acres your hunt will take place on are very strictly managed. South Fork hunters are required to harvest at minimum 140 inch, 3 ½ year old bucks. Having these practices in place for years has only made a good thing that much better. In addition to the doe’s that our hunters harvest, we take heard surveys that enable us to go through late season and remove doe’s in highly populated areas. As a whole – the areas you will be hunting have an excellent doe-to-buck ratio (2 or 3-to-1). Hunter to acre ratio is also very important. Low pressure is a huge part of harvesting mid-west whitetail deer. Here at South Fork, we keep ample ground for the numbers of hunters we run, with some farms not being hunted for entire seasons. This is all to ensure South Fork ground will remain the best of the best.
We take stand location very seriously. This is crucial when getting close to giant Illinois bruisers. The wind and thermals are taken into consideration on every set. The stand set ups are for stealth entry and exits. Stand location is one of the biggest keys to a successful hunt- second only to having a piece of great managed whitetail ground. All stands are set by South Fork Guides that have years of experience and the bucks to prove it! The rule of thumb we live by is “if we wouldn’t hunt it, we won’t hang it!” We are as excited to get you into the stand that we hung, as you are to be in it. It’s like we are hunting with you. Our sets consist of hang–on’s with climbing sticks (20′-25′); ladder stands (16′-20′); shooting houses (7′-10′); and assorted ground blinds. We utilize over 70+ Shadowhunter Blinds to provide our gun hunters with a comfortable and solid shooting setup. We put you up close and personal, it’s just a matter of time before a big shooter reveals himself.
All hunts are completely free range with no high fences in the “Golden Triangle” of Illinois- Pike, Adams, and Hancock counties.
All South Fork properties provide the benefits of a long-standing Quality Deer Management Plan and uphold a Pope & Young deer scoring minimum of 140 inches or better.
Trail cameras cover almost every property for the majority of the growing season giving you the chance to see a potential trophy before stepping foot in the woods.
Field dressing services and deer transportation are provided by our guides if desired.
Our guides will assist in meat & trophy care and preparation for shipping
Illinois
White-Tailed Deer
4500
South Fork Outfitting
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Good Cell Service
4500
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